Antique Chinese Wool Ivory Beige Cream White Hand Knotted Pile Rug
| Stock number | 21974 |
| Size | 2 ft 2 in x 4 ft 9 in (0.66 m x 1.45 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1900 |
| Style | Horse Covers |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover |
Antique Chinese Wool Ivory Beige Cream White Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Circa Date: 1900s. This exceptional example of Chinese weaving from the turn of the century showcases a unique, elongated format, likely intended as a runner or mat. The luxurious wool pile is rendered in a soft palette that emphasizes light tones. The field is dominated by serene shades of ivory, beige, and cream, providing a luminous backdrop for the highly stylized figurative elements. Rich chocolate browns and warm russet tones delineate the central panel and the intricate borders, creating a striking visual contrast characteristic of early 20th-century Asian aesthetics. The design eschews the typical central medallion structure for a narrative panel featuring stylized deer beneath blossoming trees, separated by a dark, abstract mountainscape.